I really did not understand my own mother until I became a mother. Funny, how that works...I did not understand how much the random hug means,
Or how a simple art project can bring out motherly beams.
I did not understand how much worry an illness can cause,
Or the heartache of watching my child cry in pain because.
I did not understand how long "nine months" is,
Or how tough birthing a child really is.
I did not realize how beautiful the night can be,
Even when my child is crying endlessly.
I did not realize public tantrums can be so frazzling,
Or conversely how uneventful public outings can be dazzling.
I did not realize how projects take longer when I have a little "helper,"
And how meaningful those projects become because of said "helper".
I did not realize how much, Mom, you love and care for me,
It just took having my own child to truly understand and see.
~ T Rex Mom
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11 comments:
This is such a touching poem!
What a cute picture and sweet poem! Did you make that up?
Well stated. I agree, until you experience it yourself you just can't understand.
Why would you do this to a pregnant chick? I totally burst into tears!
So sweet, poignant, and SOOO TRUE!
very sweet
It all becomes clear once we're mothers ourselves.
After I had my Baby Girl I looked at my mom and said, "Now I get it." She just smiled.
I was not born into a family of huggers rather married into it and now the hugs that we share I would never do without
This is such an amazing poem. You have a gift...especially when it comes to conveying the many truths about motherhood.
I loved this.
-Francesca
Aww... that was so great and how true!
Lovely...and so true. It took becoming a mother to fully appreciate my mother as well.
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